Throw Momma from the Train (1987) movie poster

Throw Momma from the Train (1987)

"Owen asked his friend Larry for a small favor."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 60% (RT: 64%, MC: 56) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 28m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (634 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
64%
Metacritic
56
Cast
Danny DeVito as Owen Lift
Billy Crystal as Larry Donner
Kim Greist as Beth Ryan
Anne Ramsey as Mrs. Lift
Kate Mulgrew as Margaret Donner
Rob Reiner as Joel
Bruce Kirby as Detective DeBenedetto
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 634 votes. Critics scored it lower at 60%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Larry Donner, an author with a cruel ex-wife, teaches a writing workshop in which one of his students, Owen, is fed up with his domineering mother. When Owen watches a Hitchcock classic that seems to mirror his own life, he decides to put the movie's plot into action and offers to kill Larry's ex-wife, if Larry promises to murder his mom. Before Larry gets a chance to react to the plan, it seems that Owen has already set things in motion. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of Throw Momma from the Train, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The initial cut of Throw Momma from the Train was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • The iconic poster for Throw Momma from the Train was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Throw Momma from the Train is a 1987 comedy, crime, thriller film directed by Danny DeVito. Larry Donner, an author with a cruel ex-wife, teaches a writing workshop in which one of his students, Owen, is fed up with his domineering mother. When Owen watches a Hitchcock classic that seems to mirror his own life, he decides to put the movie's plot into action and offers to kill Larry's ex-wife, if Larry promises to murder his mom.

Before Larry gets a chance to react to the plan, it seems that Owen has already set things in motion. The film has been rated by 634 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Throw Momma from the Train delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Throw Momma from the Train (1987) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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